Principal Computer Systems Analyst (Windows/Linux Systems Administrator)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Northrop Grumman, Classified Solutions Services organization, is seeking a well-qualified Windows Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in Linthicum, MD. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, at our Linthicum, MD campus.

NOTE: There are no remote working opportunities with this position.

Primary Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Adhering to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.   
• Analyzing internal and external customer requirements to determine appropriate hardware and software requirements for solutions to problems; often leveraging automated tools/systems.
• Communicating effectively, at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format.
• Creating and maintaining user and computer accounts and modifying file permissions and security access lists in a Microsoft Active Directory environment.
• Developing and documenting technical processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Directing junior team members, as necessary.
• Interacting, meeting, discussing, and troubleshooting issues with vendors and evaluating vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Maintaining security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
• Maintaining smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, customer, and IT management.
• Making recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components.
• Performing as a Systems Administrator for a hybrid classified environment (i.e., Windows and Linux).
• Preparing security documentation for input to the ISSO and/or IA Team.
• Configuring and/or Managing backup and recovery services, Managing file systems and disk space, and Managing virus protection on a routine basis.
• Recommending and/or Implementing system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Reporting project status as required, to all stakeholders, for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
• Supporting multiple networks while ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Testing new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and 7 years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience, or Master's degree and 3 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• US Citizenship is required for this position as well as an active or current DoD Secret security clearance; maintaining the required security clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• The ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance after hiring; maintaining said SAP/SAR clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• Current Security+ CE, CISSP, CASP, or similar certification, or the ability to acquire certification within 6 months of hire date; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
• Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture.
• Proven ability to work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IS related field.
• An active or current DoD Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar security certification.
• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.
• Windows Server management experience.
• Microsoft Active Directory domain architecture experience.
• Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification a plus.
• Knowledge of SAN storage systems.
• Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions.
• VMWare Virtualization technology experience with current version.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk).
• Rudimentary Scripting experience.
• Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with Systems Certification & Accreditation process (under DCSA's STIG and/or JSIG requirements).
• DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco).

Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.